If there was a rivalry before Hogwarts, it could carry over and make their interactions at Hogwarts more tense. However, this could also lead to them pushing each other to be better. For example, in Quidditch, if Fleur is also a good flyer, Harry might strive to outperform her, which could improve his skills as a Seeker. And over time, this rivalry might turn into mutual respect.
Well, they might not have as much animosity from the start. In the original, Snape had a lot of pent - up hatred towards James Potter which he transferred onto Harry. But if they meet before Hogwarts, Snape could see Harry as just a young boy in need of guidance rather than the son of his enemy. So, their relationship could start off more as a mentor - mentee, at least on Snape's side.
One possibility is that they form an instant friendship. Maybe they discover they have a shared interest in magic even before getting their Hogwarts letters. For example, they might both have had strange experiences with objects moving on their own, and this commonality draws them together.
Well, one possibility is that they could form an early friendship. Maybe Fleur, with her Veela charm, would initially intimidate Harry, but then they find common ground in their magical abilities. For example, they might discover they both have an affinity for certain types of magic that are not common among their peers. This could lead to them sharing magical secrets and techniques before even reaching Hogwarts.
One possible plot could be that they meet in a muggle library. Hermione is there researching magic in the guise of general knowledge books, and Harry stumbles upon her while looking for a quiet place to escape from the Dursleys. They start chatting about books, and Hermione is intrigued by Harry's strange yet endearing manner. They then realize they both have a connection to the magical world.
One possible plot could be that they meet in Diagon Alley. Maybe Harry is lost while shopping for his school supplies and Daphne helps him find his way. This could start a friendship where they exchange stories about their expectations for Hogwarts. It might also be a chance for Daphne to see Harry as more than just the famous Boy - Who - Lived, and for Harry to make a friend outside of the Weasleys and Hermione.
Well, they might already have a support system in place. When they arrive at Hogwarts, they could be more confident because they have a friend they already know. For instance, if they face bullying from other students, they can rely on each other.
If they meet before Hogwarts, they might already have a sense of loyalty towards each other. So when they get to Hogwarts, they could look out for one another. For example, in a dangerous situation like a run - in with a rogue magical creature, they would be more likely to help each other compared to if they were just acquaintances. This pre - Hogwarts meeting could also mean they have inside jokes or shared memories that make their Hogwarts years more enjoyable.
One possibility could be that in this fanfiction, Hermione and Viktor's pre - Hogwarts meeting sets the stage for a different kind of relationship dynamic throughout the series. Maybe they become friends early on and this friendship influences how events unfold at Hogwarts. For example, Viktor might be more protective of Hermione during the Triwizard Tournament, not just because of her intelligence but also because of their pre - existing bond.
Well, they might discover their shared love for magic right away. Maybe they find some strange magical creature together and start to figure out how to take care of it. This could be a start of their magical adventures even before Hogwarts.